A Melbourne father has become Powerball's first major winner of 2025, claiming a $20 million prize. The man, who only buys tickets occasionally, won the jackpot in draw 1494. He plans to take his family on a trip to Europe and hopes to use his winnings to improve the lives of many.
Melbourne dad who buys a Powerball ticket from 'time to time' pockets $20 million in first major win of 2025
The Lott revealed on Monday the man from Craigieburn had come forward to collect his prize after holding the only division one winning entry in Powerball draw 1494 on Thursday. Sharing his excitement at becoming a millionaire, he told the Lott he only bought a Powerball ticket “from time to time”. The man bought his winning ticket at The Lucky Charm Craigieburn and it marked the outlet’s biggest ever division one prize.
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